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Imperialism

Imperialism occurs when a strong nation takes over a weaker

nation or region and dominates its economic, political, or cultural

life. This type of foreign policy was practiced by European nationsand Japan throughout the 1800s and early 1900s. In every case, a

nation would experienceindustrializationprior to practicing

imperialism on a foreign nation or region. This was due to the

nearly insatiable demand for cheapraw materialsand the need

for markets to buy manufactured goods.

Old Imperialism

Old Imperialism occurs in the 15th through 18th centuries in

Africa, India, the Americas, and parts ofAsia. The motives were

the same for most areas, the establishment of lucrativetrade

routes. Various European countries dominated these trades routes

and one time or another, and a some countries, such as Great

Britain and Spain, came to dominate entire countries.

Industrial Roots

Abundant raw materials and vast markets are needed in order to

maintain an industrialized economy. Raw materials such as iron

and cotton can be turned into products such as steel and textiles.

Finally, these products need to be sold to a market in order to

realize a profit.

The forces of industrialization caused nations to begin looking

outside of their borders for cheaper and more abundant rawmaterials. Foreign populations were also viewed as vast markets

where goods produced in domestic factories could be sold.

Nationalism

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Nationalism, or pride in ones country, also contributed to the

growth of imperialism. Citizens were proud of their countrys

accomplishments, which sometimes included taking over foreign

areas. As European nations became competitive with one another,there was an increased pressure to practice imperialism in order to

maintain a balance of power in Europe.

Results

In the short-term, imperialism was a very profitableforeign

policywhich came at the expense of the foreign regions where itwas being practiced.Cultural diffusionalso occurred, leading to

an exchange of ideas between the West and the East. For example,

European methods of education were adopted, leading non-

Europeans to study ideas of liberty and democracy embraced

during theEnlightenmentand various political revolutions. This

exchange eventually led to the demise of imperialism and

colonialismthroughout the world afterWorld War Two.

Causes of European Imperialism

EconomicMotives

TheIndustrial Revolutioncreated an insatiable

demand for raw materials and new markets.

NationalismEuropean nations wanted to demonstrate their

power and prestige to the world.

Balance ofPower

European nations were forced to acquire new

colonies to achieve a balance with their neighborsand competitors.

White Man'sBurden

The Europeans sense of superiority made them

feel obligated to bring their version ofcivilization

to areas they considered uncivilized.

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